Kia Stinger: Tail Gate / Tail Gate Trim

Kia Stinger CK 2018-2023 Service Manual / Front Seat Belt / Tail Gate / Tail Gate Trim

Components and components location

Component Location

1. Tailgate trim
2. Tailgate side trim [LH]

3. Tailgate upper trim
4. Tailgate side trim [RH]

Repair procedures

Replacement

Wear gloves to protect hands from injury.

•	Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.

•	Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

1.	Wear gloves to protect hands from injury.

2.	Remove the tailgate side trim (A) after loosening the mounting screw.

3.	Remove the tailgate inside full handle cap (A) by using a remover.

4.	Separate the smart tailgate inner switch (A).

5.	Remove the smart tailgate inner switch after disconnecting the connector (A).

6.	Remove the tailgate trim (A) after loosening the mounting screws.

Install in the reverse order of removal.

Replace any damaged clips.

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